Cystitis / Urinary Infections

Cystitis (Urinary Tract Infections)

Cystitis (Urinary tract infections) can also be called water and bladder infections. UTIs can affect the urinary tract (urethra) and the bladder. UTIs can affect both sexes and people of all ages but are more common in women.

What causes Cystitis?

The primary cause of Cystitis is a bacterial infection. The design of a woman’s urinary tract makes women more susceptible to these infections, and factors such as sexual activity or pregnancy can also increase the risk of developing Cystitis. It’s essential to treat Cystitis effectively with UTI antibiotics or over-the-counter cystitis medication to prevent it from reoccurring.

Symptoms of Cystitis

Cystitis, or other UTIs, often presents with symptoms that can vary in intensity. These symptoms include:

• A burning sensation or discomfort when urinating
• The urge to urinate more frequently
• Passing frequent, small amounts of urine.
• Cloudy urine, which may have a strong odour.

However, some symptoms of a UTI require medical attention, as they could be a sign of a more severe infection. Speak to one of our pharmacists or your GP if you have any of the following symptoms:

• Fever and feeling shivery
• Nausea and vomiting
• Blood in your urine
• Pain in the back or lower abdominal area

 How is Cystitis diagnosed?

The primary method for diagnosing Cystitis is a urine test where your sample is checked for signs of infection. Women experiencing mild symptoms can typically treat the infection themselves; however, speaking to a pharmacist or GP is important if symptoms are severe or if it’s your first UTI.

Cystitis Medication Treatments

Antibiotics 

For the treatment of cystic, a short course of antibiotics is the most common, depending on the severity of the infection. Some of the most commonly prescribed antibiotics for Cystitis include trimethoprim and nitrofurantoin. You can buy UTI antibiotics from our online pharmacy following a short consultation with one of our licenced pharmacists; once approved, we’ll have your prescription sent directly to your door.

Over-the-counter Cystitis Medication

Click2Pharmacy’s online cystitis clinic offers Cystitis Sachets to help relieve symptoms. When dissolved in water, these sachets reduce urine acidity, easing the burning sensation during urination. Alongside this, we advise you to:

• Drink plenty of water to flush out bacteria.
• Avoid caffeine, alcohol, and spicy foods.
• Practice good hygiene.

These steps can provide relief from cystitis symptoms. However, if symptoms continue or worsen, consult one of our pharmacists or your GP.